Overall, +500 odds for the Bears to win the NFC North (16.7% implied probability) seems about right. That’s the chance of ...

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Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch delivered a strong message on his team heading into the 2025 NFL season.

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The Athletic’s Derrik Klassen explains why he thinks there's a chance the Seattle Seahawks could have the best defense in the league this fall.

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Rams defensive lineman Poona Ford has often been overlooked due to his height. Here's how he turned it into an advantage.

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Offensive linemen McCormick and Anderson were the first to put on No. 71 for the Saints. Each played only two games during ...